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By: June Li The month of May is often known as ‘Red Shield Month’ in The Salvation Army organization. Also known as the Red Shield Appeal, this annual fundraiser helps support the organization’s many life-changing programs and services running year round. For Susan, a long time donor, her support for the Red Shield Appeal stems […]

By: June Li Crystal had a stable job and a warm home to go to every night. In every aspect, Crystal was self-sufficient. However, sudden turns of events left her without a place to call home. Unfortunately, Crystal was facing eviction and left with nowhere to go. “I didn’t have time to find a place. […]

By: June Li The Canadian Disaster Database reports that since 1900 more than 1,000 natural, technological, and conflict events have directly affected Canadians. Disasters vary in size and whether it is a forest fire or a house fire, the damage can be significant causing injuries, displacement, homelessness and even fatalities. “Devastating weather events are happening […]

By: Mary Harris The name has been known in the City of Barrie for over 110 years. Twice a day, there’s a long line-up to get in, most customers are regulars and many eat both lunch and dinner there. The address is 16 Bayfield Street. When you take a look around you may realize you have […]

By: June Li For over two decades, Jason called the streets his home. Things went from bad to worse when he began experimenting with drugs. Unfortunately, after living on the streets for five years, he became addicted to narcotics and soon his life went on a downward spiral. Road to Recovery Looking for some peace […]

The Salvation Army is deeply saddened by the events that unfolded yesterday in the City of Toronto, and our prayers go out to all those who have been affected. Yesterday, The Salvation Army visited the memorial site for the victims of the tragic incident at Yonge and Finch. The Salvation Army has connected with the […]

By: June Li After years of battling a drug addiction, Kevin ended up in the hospital. For nearly three months, he was in the hospital recovering from heart surgery. “I was addicted to IV drugs and unfortunately, I had a fungal infection that affected my heart because I was using dirty needles,” Kevin explained. When […]

By: June Li It is National Volunteer Week and The Salvation Army wants to celebrate all of our wonderful selfless volunteers who donate their time; a gift that is priceless. Whether an individual is sorting clothing at our thrift stores or at the food bank giving a hungry family a much-needed food hamper, these kind […]

As the Congress and Commissioning Weekend approaches, we ask that you join us in prayer for the upcoming weeks. We need and invite God’s people to: Pray that all the congress and commissioning events will be characterized by joy as people celebrate God’s faithfulness and calling. Pray that the Good News of the Gospel is […]

The Salvation Army continues to send prayers to the entire Humboldt community. The team at Divisional Headquarters is wearing jerseys today in memory of the lives lost in this tragedy. Please show your love and support today by wearing a jersey or green in honour of those affected.